Valetudo: Cloud replacement for vacuum robots enabling local-only operation

Valetudo is a cloud replacement software for vacuum robots that allows for local-only operation. Started in 2018, it has evolved into a reliable solution with no telemetry and no commercial interests. The software is open-source under the Apache-2.0 license, emphasizing user control and transparency. Valetudo is maintained by Sören Beye and contributors, with a focus on user ownership of their devices. The project is likened to a public garden where users can freely access and contribute, but changes are at the discretion of the creator.